1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 33 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Camaro | Dart |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 4492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |